30 New and Returning Shows to Watch This Summer
Don't cry for the shows that aren't premiering until Fall; be happy for the new and returning shows of Summer! Some shows, like Wayward Pines and The Whispers, have already begun their Summer runs, and there are still so many premieres on the horizon. Orange Is the New Black will be back, Scream is scaring up MTV, Bachelor in Paradise will make its triumphant return, and more. Take a look at all the shows you should be looking forward to in the coming months!
Wayward Pines
When it's on: Thursdays at 9 p.m. on Fox
Matt Dillon stars as a federal agent who finds himself trapped in a mysterious town with no way out. Carla Gugino, Shannyn Sossamon, and Toby Jones costar in the mind-bending drama.
The Whispers
When it's on: Mondays at 10 p.m. on ABC
Lily Rabe is taking a break from American Horror Story for The Whispers, a similarly creepy (but not as twisted) series. Rabe plays an FBI specialist who stumbles upon a mysterious force that is manipulating children with a dangerous "game."
UnREAL
When it's on: Mondays at 10 p.m. on Lifetime
If you're a fan of reality romance shows like The Bachelor, you might love this Lifetime series about the producers (Shiri Appleby and Constance Zimmer) of a dating competition series.
Halt and Catch Fire
When it's on: Sundays at 10 p.m. on AMC
Catch up with Joe (Lee Pace) and Gordon (Scoot McNairy) on the second season of AMC's '80s-set tech drama.
Pretty Little Liars
When it's on: Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on ABC Family
If the season six pictures are any indication, the girls are in for a world of trouble. This is supposed to be a Summer of answers, but we know better than to get our hopes up.
Hannibal
When it's on: Thursdays at 10 p.m. on NBC
Are you ready for a whole new season of Hannibal's disgusting delicacies? The Silence of the Lambs-inspired series is back for a third season, just make sure to eat after you tune in.
Sense8
When it's on: Anytime on Netflix
Andy and Lana Wachowski are behind this Netflix series, which finds a group of people from across the globe suddenly mentally linked.
Beauty and the Beast
When it premieres: Thursday, June 11, at 8 p.m. on The CW
Need something to fill the CW-sized hole in your heart? Season three of Beauty and the Beast, starring Jay Ryan and Kristin Kreuk, is right around the corner.
Orange Is the New Black
When it premieres: Friday, June 12, on Netflix
We're so close to new episodes of Orange Is the New Black! Just take a few minutes to review everything we know about season three and sit patiently staring at all the pictures.
The Astronaut Wives Club
When it premieres: Thursday, June 18, at 8 p.m. on ABC
Based on the book by Lily Koppel, this new series revolves around the young spouses of some of America's first astronauts. Prepare for drama, enviable fashion, and retro references.
Mistresses
When it premieres: Thursday, June 18, at 9 p.m. on ABC
Get your soap on with season three of the scandalous, suburban-set drama starring Yunjin Kim, Rochelle Aytes, and Jes Macallan.
True Detective
When it premieres: Sunday, June 21, at 9 p.m. on HBO
A new season of True Detective means a new cast and an all-new story. Taylor Kitsch, Colin Farrell, Vince Vaughn, and Rachel McAdams are leading up the all-star second season, which you can preview in the trailer.
Ballers
When it premieres: Sunday, June 21, at 10 p.m. on HBO
Dwayne Johnson is pretty busy these days, but he's managed to squeeze in filming an entire HBO series. He plays a retired athlete who now serves as a financial advisor to professional football players. With all the beautiful people, cars, and scenery, it's basically the new Entourage.
The Brink
When it premieres: Sunday, June 21, at 10:30 p.m. on HBO
Jack Black and Tim Robbins star in this oddball comedy about the government struggling to prevent a new world war.
Big Brother
When it premieres: Wednesday, June 24, at 8 p.m. on CBS
If you look forward to Big Brother every Summer, then it's time to rejoice! Season 17, which will again be hosted by Julie Chen, is coming up quickly.
Under the Dome
When it premieres: Thursday, June 25, at 10 p.m. on CBS
Looking for some mystery? A third season of Under the Dome, based on Stephen King's novel, is coming.
Humans
When it premieres: Sunday, June 28, at 9 p.m. on AMC
Based on a Swedish series, AMC's new sci-fi show takes place in a parallel world where the new must-have appliance is a "Synth," a highly developed robot.
Teen Wolf
When it premieres: Monday, June 29, at 10 p.m. on MTV
Tyler Posey and Dylan O'Brien return as Scott and Stiles for a fifth season of MTV's beloved werewolf series.
Scream
When it premieres: Tuesday, June 30, at 10 p.m. on MTV
If you love the 1996 horror hit, you're either going to savor every minute of this TV reboot or avoid it like the plague. MTV enlisted some of its biggest stars for a promo, and we have to admit: we're on board.
Extant
When it premieres: Wednesday, July 1, at 10 p.m. on CBS
Halle Berry and Jeffrey Dean Morgan are back for a second season of CBS's sci-fi thriller. Can Molly save the human race? We'll find out.
The Spoils Before Dying
When it premieres: Wednesday, July 8, at 9 p.m. on IFC
Remember The Spoils of Babylon? This is the sequel, set in the underground jazz scene of the 1950s. Kristen Wiig and Will Ferrell are back for the six-episode miniseries.
Ray Donovan
When it premieres: Sunday, July 12, at 9 p.m. on Showtime
Dive even deeper into Ray Donovan's (Liev Schreiber) world with season three of this crime drama.
Masters of Sex
When it premieres: Sunday, July 12, at 10 p.m. on Showtime
What will William (Michael Sheen) and Virginia (Lizzy Caplan) get up to on season three of Showtime's '50s-set drama? One thing is for sure: we're meeting Virginia's parents!
The Strain
When it premieres: Sunday, July 12, at 10 p.m. on FX
If you weren't too grossed out by The Strain's first season, you might be up for season two, which finds Eph (Corey Stoll) investigating new cases connected to The Master.
Married
When it premieres: Thursday, July 16, at 10:30 p.m. on FX
It's not too late to catch up on season one of Nat Faxon and Judy Greer's comedy before the second season. You may have guessed this, but it's about marriage.
Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp
When it premieres: Friday, July 17, on Netflix
This revival of the cult classic Wet Hot American Summer has been a long time coming. This time, it's the first day of camp, the cast is bigger, and the pictures are awesome.
BoJack Horseman
When it premieres: Friday, July 17, on Netflix
Season two of BoJack Horseman, featuring the voices of Will Arnett, Amy Sedaris, Alison Brie, and Aaron Paul, might be even more outrageous than the first.
Hell on Wheels
When it premieres: Saturday, July 18, at 10 p.m. on AMC
Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount) is back for season five of AMC's intense western series.
Welcome to Sweden
When it premieres: Sunday, July 19, at 8 p.m. on NBC
Enjoyed season one of Greg Poehler's quirky comedy about moving to Sweden for love? Season two is coming at you.
Bachelor in Paradise
When it premieres: Sunday, August 2, at 8 p.m. on ABC
Because nothing says "Summer" like a bunch of rejected Bachelor contestants hanging out, hooking up, and eventually giving each other black eyes.